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Curious about your calcium blood test results? This page breaks down total and ionised calcium — and why it matters for your health. 👉 pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=C… #BloodTests #HealthInfo

What are Bone Turnover Markers? Your bones are constantly breaking down & rebuilding. Bone Turnover Markers (BTMs) are blood or urine tests that help doctors understand how active that process is. Learn more: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=B… #BoneHealth #PathologyTests

Why would your doctor order an Antinuclear Ab test? This blood test looks for autoantibodies that can be present when the immune system attacks the body’s own cells. It’s most often used when autoimmune disorders are suspected, especially lupus. pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=A…

If you see Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)on your pathology report, this blood test measures the amount of the ALT enzyme in your blood. It is usually measured as part of a group of tests that check liver health. Learn more: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests-pro.php… #PathologyTestsExplained

If you’ve seen ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone) on your pathology report, this test measures a hormone made in the pituitary gland that tells the adrenal glands to produce cortisol. Find out more here: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests-pro.php…

Seen Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) on your report? This blood test measures the amount of ACE enzyme and may be used to support the diagnosis or monitoring of conditions such as sarcoidosis. Learn more: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests-pro.php… #KnowYourResults #PathologyTestsExplained

If you see Blood gases (arterial) on your report, this test checks how much oxygen and carbon dioxide are in your blood and whether your blood is too acidic or alkaline. Learn what it measures and why it’s requested: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests-pro.php…

Seen 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) on your pathology report? This hormone test helps diagnose or monitor congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and other adrenal gland conditions. It’s also part of newborn screening. Understand why it was requested: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests-pro.php…

“my blood aldosterone level is high and renin is low. does it explain my high blood pressure?” Our Pathology Information Assistant explains results in plain language. Ask your question: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ai-assistant.p… #KnowYourResults #PathologyTestsExplained #HighBloodPressure

“My ALT is 95 — am I in trouble?” Our Pathology Information Assistant explains results in plain language. Try it yourself: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ai-assistant.p… #KnowYourResults #PathologyTestsExplained #LiverHealth

“My eGFR is 46 — what does it mean?” Our Pathology Information Assistant explains results in plain language. Try it: pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ai-assistant.p… #KnowYourResults #PathologyTestsExplained

Bone marker tests measure substances in your blood and urine to help show how fast your bones are being broken down and rebuilt. Australians - just had a bone test? You can find out more about your test results here.. pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=B…

The urine albumin creatinine ratio (ACR) is a simple test used to screen for kidney disease. It can detect very small amounts of albumin in urine — often before symptoms appear. #KidneyHealth #PathologyTests pathologytestsexplained.org.au/content/pdf/14…

Ever wished pathology reports were easier to understand? The PTEx AI Assistant is trained on nearly 300 pathology tests to explain terms and processes clearly and concisely. #HealthcareAI #Pathology #DigitalHealth pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ai-assistant.p…

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🤔 How does the FIB-4 test work? pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=F…

FIB-4 is recommended to assess the risk of liver fibrosis (scarring) in patients who have a known diagnosis of Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD). Using this test in people without known MAFLD does not provide meaningful information. pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=F…

The FIB-4 test helps work out if you might have scarring of the liver (fibrosis). It uses: ✔️ Your age ✔️ Two liver enzymes (AST & ALT) ✔️ Your platelet count pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=F…

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